The Education of a Coach

In this extraordinary book, David Halberstam takes the reader inside the mind of the legendary Bill Belichick. One of the greatest coaches in NFL history, Belichick has led the New England Patriots to three Super Bowl victories and seven AFC titles. But his success goes far beyond football. It is about a remarkable ability to anticipate trends and construct strategies that win; it is about getting to know his players as individuals--their strengths and weaknesses--and molding them into a team; it is about motivating his players to do everything they can on the field while offloading all distractions that could impact performance. This remarkably insightful book explores these aspects of leadership, showing how the key traits in Bill Belichicks approach have made him an iconic figure in pro football today.